Samura Kaiju SKJ-0074B Kitchen Knife Nakiri 167mm AUS-8 Hammered Japanese Steel 58 HRC with Bolster

The Samura Kaiju kitchen knife Nakiri with a 167mm blade is crafted from AUS-8 hammered Japanese steel with a hardness of 58 HRC. Featuring a functional bolster, this reliable tool is designed for precise vegetable slicing, chopping, and dicing in any kitchen. An essential utensil for culinary enthusiasts seeking high performance and durability, combining traditional Japanese silhouette with modern manufacturing techniques.

Advantages

The Samura Kaiju kitchen knife Nakiri stands out due to its exceptional sharpness and unique hammered steel finish with a nielloed effect and polished edge. The single-layer Japanese stainless steel provides high resistance to corrosion while maintaining its edge for extended periods. Equipped with a comfortable wooden handle and a functional bolster, it ensures a secure grip and balanced handling during intensive food preparation tasks.

Suitable for

• Slicing and dicing fresh vegetables
• Chopping herbs and greens
• Processing fruits, cheese, and sausages
• Home cooking and culinary enthusiasts

When it may not be suitable

This kitchen knife is not designed for heavy-duty tasks such as chopping through frozen foods, dense bones, or hard rinds, as this may damage the precise edge. It is also specialized for vegetable processing and may not replace a utility or carving knife for all kitchen applications.

Key specifications

• Blade hardness: 58 HRC
• Blade material: Japanese stainless steel AUS-8, hammered
• Knife type: Universal kitchen knife - Nakiri
• Handle material: Wood
• Number of layers: 1
• Overall length: 303 mm
• Knife blade length: 167 mm
• Total width of the knife: 37 mm
• Knife blade width: 18 mm
• Net weight: 170 g

How to use

Hold the Samura Kaiju Nakiri firmly by the wooden handle with a comfortable grip. Use the straight edge of the blade against the cutting board to perform vertical up-and-down slicing movements or a rocking motion for herbs and greens. Avoid twisting the blade during cutting to maintain the integrity of the single-layer steel.

What to consider before purchase

• Blade length of 167mm suits standard vegetable preparation tasks
• Wooden handle requires proper care and hand washing
• Single-layer hammered steel provides corrosion resistance and lasting sharpness
• Specialized rectangular blade shape optimized for chopping

Wash the knife by hand using mild detergent immediately after use, dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth, and store it in a knife block or on a magnetic strip to preserve the blade and wooden handle.